1. It’s a Wonderful Life
Synopsis– When a frustrated businessman, George Bailey becomes suicidal, an angel from heaven, Clarence is sent to him. To his change of heart, she shows him what life would have been without his existence.
2. A Christmas Carol
Synopsis- Ebenezer Scrooge, a spiteful and miserly man, encounters three spirits on Christmas Eve, who show him the folly of his ways and prompt him to become a better man.
Released on- 6 November 2009 Now Streaming on- Netflix India Duration-1 hour 36 minutes Starring- Jim Carrey, Gary Oldman, and others IMDb Rating- 8.1/10 Language- English Genre- Fantasy/Family Reason to watch- One of the best movies to watch with your entire family.
3. Love Actually
Synopsis- Eight London couples try to deal with their relationships in different ways. Their tryst with love makes them discover how complicated relationships can be.
4. Silent Night
Synopsis– On Christmas Eve, a woman and her son welcome American and German soldiers into their cottage during World War II.
Released on- 14 December 2002 Now Streaming on- the Roku app Duration-1 hour 40 minutes Starring- Linda Hamilton, Matthew Harbour, and others IMDb Rating- 7.5/10 Language- English Genre- Drama/War Reason to watch- The movie is loosely based on true events and shows the need for benevolence.
5. Next stop, Christmas
Synopsis- Angie wonders what life would be like if she had married an ex who became famous. When she finds herself magically transported into the past, Angie has the chance to relive Christmas and learn what is truly important to her.
Released on- 6 November 2021 Now Streaming on- Hallmark channel website Duration-1 hour 24 minutes Starring- Lyndsy Fonseca, Chandler Massey, and others IMDb Rating- 7/10 Language- English Genre- Christmas Reason to watch- The movie makes you realize the importance of family & friends.
6. The Holiday
Synopsis- Two girls from different countries swap homes for the holidays to get away from their relationship issues. However, their lives change unexpectedly when they meet and fall in love with two local guys.
Released on- 9 February 2007 Now Streaming on- Netflix India Duration-2 hours 18 minutes Starring- Cameron Diaz, Jude Law, and others IMDb Rating- 6.9/10 Language- English Genre- Romance/Comedy Reason to watch- The movie has good direction, a good script, and great performances by the entire cast.
7. Crown for Christmas
Synopsis– After she gets fired from her job at a fancy New York hotel, Allie takes up a job as a governess to the daughter of the King of Winshire. Soon, sparks begin to fly between Allie and the king.
Released on- 27 November 2015 Now Streaming on- Hallmark channel website or rent it on Google Play Store Duration-1 hour 26 minutes Starring- Danica McKellar, Rupert Penry Jones, and others IMDb Rating- 6.9/10 Language- English Genre- Christmas movies Reason to watch- Light-hearted watch to bring in some Christmas cheer.
8. The Christmas Card
Synopsis- A soldier serving in Afghanistan is deeply touched by an anonymous Christmas card sent by a woman in California. Upon completion of his tour of duty, he returns to the US on a romantic mission to find the woman who wrote the card.
Released on- 2 December 2006 Now Streaming on- Hallmark channel website/ Google Play Store Duration-1 hour 24 minutes Starring- John Newton, Alice Evans, and others IMDb Rating- 6.9/10 Language- English Genre- Romance/Drama Reason to watch- If you are fond of love without seeing each other trope, this one is for you.
9. Serendipity
Synopsis- The romance between a New Yorker and a British Woman is short-lived as they let fate determine if they are meant to be together. Years later, they hope that destiny reunites them.
10. Happiest Season
Synopsis– Abby, a lesbian plans to propose to her girlfriend, Harper in front of Harper’s family members. But she is in for a shock when she learns that Harper is yet to come out to her parents.
11. Last Christmas
Synopsis- Influenced by the ambivalence Katarina, an aspiring singer works as an elf in Central London. However, she gains a new perspective on life when she meets Tom.
12. 12 Dates of Christmas
Synopsis– When young woman Kate, wakes up one morning reliving a terrible blind date on Christmas eve, she attempts to find a way to break away from the loop.
Released on- 11 December 2011 Now Streaming on- Hulu app Duration-1 hour 30 minutes Starring- Amy Smart, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, and others IMDb Rating- 8.1/10 Language- English Genre- Comedy/Romance Reason to watch- If you love to watch opposites striking a friendship, you will like this one.
13. Holidate
Synopsis- Fed up with being single on holidays, two strangers agree to be each other’s platonic plus-ones all year long, only to catch real feelings along the way.
Released on- 28 October 2020 Now Streaming on- Netflix India Duration-1 hour 44 minutes Starring- Emma Roberts, Luke Bracey, and others IMDb Rating- 6.1/10 Language- English Genre- Romance/Comedy Reason to watch- The movie is comfort food for the soul.
14. Christmas Mail
Synopsis- Postman Matt falls in love with Kristi North, a woman who answers Santa Claus’s mails, after his employer Richard Fuller sends him to spy on her.
Released on- 12 December 2010 Now Streaming on- Apple TV Duration-1 hour 29 minutes Starring- Ashely Scott, A.J. Buckley, and others IMDb Rating- 5.3/10 Language- English Genre- Drama/Comedy/Romance Reason to watch- The movie makes you laugh and brings a tear or two as well.
So if you are free during the holidays and are looking forward to watching something with your family (including kids), these Christmas movies might just be the ones for you.
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